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Edinburgh to Leeds train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds, starting from £22.90 and averaging £23.40. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 56m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 10
From £62.70
Mon, Aug 11
From £32.70
Tue, Aug 12
From £29.30
Wed, Aug 13
From £42.10
Thu, Aug 14
From £28.80
Fri, Aug 15
From £45.80
Sat, Aug 16
From £22.90

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
20:00 Edinburgh (Waverley)	23:44 Leeds	3h 44m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:14 Edinburgh (Waverley)	06:05+1 Leeds	9h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets
21:00 Edinburgh (Waverley)	06:28+1 Leeds	9h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
22:58 Edinburgh Park	11:08+1 Paris	12h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh to Leeds train route details

First train

09:00

Last train

22:58

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Leeds

Journey time

2h 56m

Distance

163 miles

Price

£22.90*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Leeds

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh to Leeds. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Leeds, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh to Leeds more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Leeds train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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